With so many books available at your local hobby shop, (We entered more than
120 into this list with our first compilation) weeding out the useful ones from
the duds can be a daunting task. It is our hope that you will be able
to use this area to find the types of information that your interested in.
While your at it, why not take a minute and tell us what you think of some of
the publications that you have read. The submission form is simple and
quick, and no matter what your skill level is, your opinions matter.
By Rick Selby / Kalmbach
Publishing Company / November 1, 2000
Learn how to get your locomotive, train
set, or complete model railroad operating - even if you don't understand
the principles of electricity! Teaches basic electrical connections
for a two-rail DC powered layout of any size or complexity. Basic
layout wiring techniques are presented simply, with numerous photos,
illustrations and diagrams. 8 1/4 x 10 3/4; 80 pgs.; 250 B&W photos; 25
Illustrations
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By Neil Besougloff / Kalmbach
Publishing Company / April 2003
Covers the
principles of command control, the components required, and how they all
work together – and what to do when they don’t! Easy-to-follow
illustrations and schematics clarify the setup, installation, and
programming of modern control systems.
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By Roger Amos / Motorbooks
International /April 1998
In this detailed primer on electronics for
the model railway hobbyist, author Roger Amos provides an introduction to
the subject by means of several sample projects of increasing complexity.
A concise text is combined with 156 photographs, giving the reader a
thorough yet straightforward tool with which to understand the subject.
The author also emphasizes and demonstrates how the operation and realism
of a model railway can be enhanced through the efficient and correct use
of electronics.
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DCC Made Easy: Digital Command
Control for Your Model Railroad
By Lionel Strang / Kalmbach
Publishing Company / April 2003
Explains digital command control in a
concise and straight forward way. Covers the history of command control,
dissects the components of a DCC system, addresses the full range of
commercially-available systems, and presents step-by-step projects. Ideal
for all hobbyists with an interest in DCC.
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By David Greenwald / Kalmbach Publishing Company
/ May 1997
Features step-by-step,
part-by-part instructions showing how to build more than a dozen electronic
devices that will make toy train operations even more fun. Includes
instructions, parts lists, wiring diagrams, project ideas, electrical
components, and more.
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By Andy Sperandeo / Kalmbach
Publishing Company / April 1, 1999
A must-have reference
for every level modeler, with easy and reliable layout wiring techniques.
Everything a modeler needs to know about wiring a permanent layout is covered in
this how-to guide. Includes the essential techniques needed to wire a two-rail,
DC-powered layout of any size or complexity. Each chapter includes photos,
illustrations, and detailed schematics. Modelers have been asking for it!
Features a chapter on Command Control and introduces the basics of Digital
Command control (DCC). The only comprehensive book offering fundamental wiring
skills and techniques. Written by well-known hobby author, Andy Sperandeo,
editor of MODEL RAILROADER Magazine.
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By Petter Riddle, Gay
Riddle / Kalmbach Publishing Company / December 2003
Covers the essential
techniques needed to make electrical connections for a three-rail toy train
layout of any size or complexity. Addresses fundamental electrical concepts,
wiring and expanding a layout, accessory wiring, automatic train control, and
troubleshooting.
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This valuable
reference book is a one volume encyclopedia with definite appeal for all model
train fans. From the pages of the A.C. Gilbert service manual come schematic and
wiring diagrams, a description of each item, repair and operating instructions
for all items, a parts list and a master number index. Additionally, sheets and
booklets that accompany engines, operating cars and accessories are included.
This hardcover book will stand up to a lifetime of use.
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Helps any model
railroader learn fundamental repair skills. By mastering some basic skills,
modelers can save money on repairs and avoid frustrations that may cause them to
abandon the hobby altogether! With simple, instructional information, this book
covers the basic techniques needed to maintain and repair DC-powered scale model
locomotives, rolling stock, and layouts. Each chapter includes step-by-step
instructions, photos, and illustrations. Also includes various enhancement
projects. The only repair/maintenance guide available.
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Toy Train Repair Made Easy: 21
Lionel Postwar Projects
By Ray L. Plummer / Kalmbach
Publishing Company / September 1999
Learn how to take it
apart, fix it, rewire it, and make your Lionel train or accessory work again!
Step-by-step instructions in this detailed 21-project book from CLASSIC TOY
TRAINS Magazine can help you get your collection running. Includes locomotive,
rolling stock, and accessory/structure projects. Ideal for beginners through
advanced operators.
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